In Parliament

The United Kingdom is a full member of NATO and completely committed to ensuring that that alliance has a long-term future.

The hon. Lady makes very genuine and good observations about these defence reviews.

The UK is part of the International Maritime Security Construct, which is safeguarding freedom of navigation in the Gulf.

Iran’s interference in the region is a strategic threat to its near neighbours and, indeed, to UK interests and her allies.

The MOD has provided extensive support to the cross-government response to the outbreak of coronavirus to ensure the safety of British natio

I assure my hon. Friend of the importance that we attach to this area, given the stress under which it puts members of the armed forces.

The hon.

As I said in my first answer, we are currently dependent on using GPS with the United States.

I welcome my right hon. Friend to his new role as Chairman of the Select Committee on Defence.

Absolutely.